Workday Architect

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Workday Architect to join our People Systems team.

Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.

About the role:

The Workday Architect is responsible for leading the design and management of Workday solutions across Compensation Time/Leave, and Payroll. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of Workday functionalities and the ability to manage consultants while executing complex projects and enhancements.

You will report into the Senior Director, People Technology & Operations.

Work Location:

This position is based in our New York City office, requiring a hybrid work schedule with 3 days of in-office work per week. Thursdays are a required in-office day for team meetings and events, while your other two office days are flexible to suit your schedule.

Pay Transparency:

The base pay for this role is: $144,000 - $189,000 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses.

Responsibilities:

• Workday Solution Design & Stakeholder Engagement:
  
  
  
  • Lead the design and architecture of scalable Workday solutions across Compensation, Time/Leave and Payroll.
  
  
  • Serve as primary Workday SME, translating business requirements into effective configurations and enhancements.
  
  
  • Ensure Workday solutions comply with data governance, audit, legal, organizational policies, and apply industry standards to elevate.
  
  
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to Workday changes and implementations.
  
  
  • Define and manage stakeholder engagement model with Payroll, including roles and responsibilities.
  
  
  • Lead and oversee consultants, providing direction and quality assurance.
  
  

• Project Delivery & Process Improvement
  
  
  
  • Own planning and delivery of Workday projects and enhancements, ensuring standard project management practices are utilized to ensure successful on-time and on-budget execution
  
  
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to support successful integration and adoption
  
  
  • Drive process improvements and automation to improve efficiency and user experience
  
  
  • Stay current on Workday release and best practices to maximize platform value
  
  
  • Provide regular project status updates and stakeholder communication.
  
  
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within Workday modules to enhance efficiency and user experience.
  
  
  • Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to review project progress, gather feedback, and address any concerns.
  
  
  • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements:

• 6+ years of combined configuration experience across Compensation, Time, and Payroll.


• Experience managing and delivering complex Workday projects and enhancements.


• Experience managing and developing a direct report(s)


• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders across levels of the organization.

Bonus points:

• Workday certification(s) in relevant modules is highly desirable.